Structure and properties of compositions of linear low‐density polyethylene with starch

Abstract

AbstractGrafted copolymers of low‐molecular‐weight polyethylene with acrylic acid were used as compatibilizers in polymer compositions based on linear low‐density polyethylene and starch. Using atomic force microscopy, X‐ray diffraction analysis, and physical and mechanical tests, it was determined that the presence of a graft copolymer in the composition improves the distribution of starch particles in the polyethylene matrix, affecting the supramolecular structure and the physical and mechanical properties of the composition.